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Achroite and Feldspar Physical Properties


Feldspar and Achroite Physical Properties


Physical Properties

Tenacity
-  
-  

Solubility
-  
-  

Durability
-  
-  

Specific Gravity
2.90-3.40  
2.56-2.75  

Fracture
Uneven, ConchoidalWalter Schumann  
Uneven, Conchoidal  

Cleavage
Indiscernible  
two or three  

Mohs Hardness
7-7.5  
6-6.5  

Chemical Composition
Na(Li 1.5Al 1.5)Al 6(Si 6O 18)(BO 3) 3(OH) 3(OH)Gemdat.org , Management Team (2012) Formula given for elbaite.  
KAlSi3O8  

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Achroite and Feldspar Chemical Formula

While comparing Achroite and Feldspar physical properties, the important data you should know is its chemical composition. Since chemical formula defines the molecular structure of the crystal, most of the physical properties like color, tenacity, solubility are governed by Achroite and Feldspar chemical formula.

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Achroite and Feldspar Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Achroite and Feldspar Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Achroite and Feldspar Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Achroite is 2.56-2.75 whereas that of Feldspar is 2.56-2.75.

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